How To Share Screen With Gemini in Google AI Studio (2026 Guide)

Open your preferred web browser—Chrome or Edge work best for this feature. Search for "Google AI Studio" on google.com and click the official link displaying aistudio.google.com as the domain.

The platform loads directly in your browser tab and presents the AI Studio interface. This is Google's dedicated environment for experimenting with Gemini models and building AI-powered applications.

Authenticate using a valid Google account when you first access Google AI Studio. If you're not already signed in, a login screen will appear—enter your email address and password, then complete any two-factor authentication if enabled.

Your credentials will be remembered for future visits in the same browser. Ensure you're using an account with access to Google's AI preview features.

Locate the button or card labeled Try Gemini 3 Flash on the AI Studio homepage and click it. The interface transitions to a playground view optimized for model interaction, displaying a text input area and various controls.

This playground provides the starting point for accessing advanced features like live mode and screen sharing.

Switch from standard text mode to live interaction mode by clicking the Live button in the interface toolbar. The interface changes to display controls specifically designed for real-time sessions, including voice controls, model selection, and screen sharing capabilities.

Live mode enables dynamic, ongoing conversations with Gemini. Unlike standard text interactions, this mode supports continuous dialogue and visual input through a responsive, persistent interface.

With Live mode activated, click on the model selector dropdown to reveal available Gemini model versions. Select Gemini 2.5 Flash Native Audio Preview 1225 from the list—this specific preview build is optimized for fast real-time interactions with audio and visual processing.

If the exact model name differs slightly due to updates, select the closest match containing "Flash" and "native audio preview" in the title. Google may update version numbers, but the core descriptors remain consistent. The Native Audio Preview variant includes specialized capabilities for processing screen content alongside voice input, making it ideal for screen sharing scenarios.

Locate the Share Screen button in the Live session toolbar at the top or bottom of the interface and click it. Your browser displays a permission prompt showing available sharing options: entire screen, application window, or browser tab.

Review the available sharing targets carefully before proceeding. Each option has different implications for what Gemini can see during your session.

Choose your sharing target based on what you want Gemini to access:

• Entire Screen: Gemini sees everything displayed on your monitor, including all applications and notifications
• Application Window: Share only a specific program like a code editor or design tool
• Browser Tab: Restrict sharing to a single browser tab—the most focused option for sharing specific web content

Before confirming, close any sensitive documents or applications containing private information. Remove notifications or communication apps from view if you're sharing your entire screen. Click Share or Allow to confirm your selection and begin the sharing session.

If Gemini needs to process audio from your screen content, enable audio sharing during setup. This is particularly useful when sharing video content, presentations with narration, or applications with sound. When sharing a browser tab, look for a checkbox labeled Share tab audio or similar wording and check it before confirming.

System audio sharing is typically only available when sharing a browser tab, not when sharing your entire screen or application windows. The feature works best with Chrome and recent versions of Edge. Skip this option if you don't need audio analysis.

If the Share Screen button appears grayed out or you encounter errors, your browser needs explicit permission to capture screen content. Check your browser's site settings for aistudio.google.com to ensure screen capture is allowed.

On macOS, grant screen recording permissions at the operating system level: open System Settings (or System Preferences), navigate to Privacy & Security, select Screen Recording, and ensure your browser is checked in the list of allowed applications.

For Windows users, check Windows Settings > Privacy > Screen Recording or Display Capture and verify your browser has the necessary permissions enabled. Some corporate or managed devices may have restrictions preventing screen sharing entirely.

Keeping your browser updated to the latest version prevents compatibility issues with screen sharing features. If problems persist, restart your browser or test in an incognito/private window to rule out extension conflicts.

Once screen sharing begins, a visual indicator confirms that your screen is being captured—typically a small notification, colored border, or status icon in your browser. This indicator remains visible throughout the entire sharing session.

Speak naturally to Gemini while it observes your screen content in real-time. Gemini processes both your voice input and visual feed simultaneously. Ask questions about visible content, request analysis of data on screen, or get help with tasks you're performing.

Continue working normally on your screen while maintaining the conversation. Move between windows, scroll through documents, or navigate applications as needed—Gemini continuously processes the visual feed to maintain context. The interaction feels natural and conversational while providing visually-informed assistance.

Locate the Stop Sharing button in your browser when you've finished sharing your screen—it typically appears as a floating notification or browser toolbar button. Click it to terminate the sharing session while keeping the Live conversation active.

Alternatively, use the stop control within the AI Studio Live interface itself. After stopping, the visual indicator disappears and Gemini no longer receives screen content. You can continue your voice conversation if desired, or close the Live session entirely.